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Unemployment insurance is flawed. Trump's coronavirus relief plan won't fix it

The unemployment insurance program in the U.S. won't help enough workers absent some sort of government intervention, according to experts.




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'It's a new planet overnight': New York City businesses hit hard by coronavirus pandemic

New York City businesses are struggling to make money and retain workers as the coronavirus continues to inflict economic pain.




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Stimulus package grants student loan borrowers a six-month break

The historic stimulus Congress passed grants the millions of Americans with student debt a break from their payments for at least six months.




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Unemployment benefits for gig and self-employed workers stalled by confusion, delays

The new coronavirus relief law extends unemployment benefits to gig, self-employed and other previously ineligible workers, but they may have to wait to file and receive benefits.




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Facebook and Amazon lead Big Tech lobbying in the first quarter while Google scales down

The new tally comes as the coronavirus pandemic has made many workers more reliant on the internet than ever.




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UFC President Dana White on coronavirus impact on sports

UFC President Dana White joins "Closing Bell" to talk about the latest developments in the business.




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UFC President Dana White says sports can resume but will 'lose a lot of money'

Ultimate Fighting Championship President Dana White said Tuesday he believes many sports leagues could resume competition but it would come at a price.




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Here's how Gap plans to reopen its stores

Your shopping experience at Gap could temporarily change. CNBC's Courtney Reagan reports the details on how Gap will reopen its stores across the country.




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Josh Brown on why he picks Lowe's, Home Depot as his Last Chance Trade

Josh Brown, Ritholtz Wealth Management CEO, joins "Closing Bell" to discuss why he picks Lowe's and Home Depot as last chance trade.




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Lyft beats on earnings and revenue

CNBC's Deirdre Bosa reports quarterly earnings from Lyft.




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Google tells employees they cannot expense food, other perks from home

CNBC's Deirdre Bosa reports that Google has put the brakes on perks for employees working from home.




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Stephanie Link on PayPal

Stephanie Link, CNBC Contributor, joins "Closing Bell" to discuss markets.




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Wedbush's Ygal Arounian on Uber earnings: Top line numbers weren't that bad

Tom White, D.A. Davidson analyst and Ygal Arounian, Wedbush Securities, join "Closing Bell" to talk about markets.




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Dropbox CEO: We've seen more demand, engagement up

Drew Houston, Dropbox CEO, joins "Closing Bell" to discuss his business.




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Nancy Tengler on Uber and the markets

Nancy Tengler, Laffer Tengler Investments CIO, joins "Closing Bell" to discuss markets and unemployment.




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This is a classic bear-market bounce: Cantor Fitzgerald's Peter Cecchini

Peter Cecchini, Cantor Fitzgerald global chief market strategist, joins "Closing Bell" to discuss markets.




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Hostess Brands CEO on coronavirus impact and the food supply chain

Andy Callahan, Hostess Brands CEO, joins "Closing Bell" to discuss the company's earnings.




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Private equity investors are zeroing in on financial advice business

The registered investment advisor industry has attracted the attention of private equity investors, thanks to good growth, high profit margins, consistent cash flow and low capital needs.




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New client best interest rule raises standards but 'muddies the water' on advisor, broker differences

Regulation Best Interest (Reg BI), the new rules passed by the SEC in September, may have raised the standard of care required of brokers making investment recommendations to their clients, but it didn't clear up the confusion about the differences between registered investment advisors and brokers.




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Financial advisors need to put cybersecurity plans to the test

Today's advisory firms face numerous cybersecurity risks, from phishing to ransomware to email viruses, to name a few. And the one way that firms can tell if they're ready to face these risks, as well as regulators' requirements, is to put them to the test.




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What financial advisors, investors could expect from a Charles Schwab-TD Ameritrade merger

The custody arena for registered investment advisors is about to get a lot smaller if Charles Schwab acquires TD Ameritrade. Here's what that might mean for services for financial advisors and their clients.




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How financial advisors can strive for a higher standard when recommending life insurance

Insurance is an essential part of a comprehensive financial plan, but fee-only advisors have blanched at using commission-based products to solve a problem. Here's how to curtail those conflicts of interest.




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Here's what advisors can anticipate amid the $26 billion Charles Schwab-TD Ameritrade tie-up

Investors aren't the only ones watching Charles Schwab's acquisition of TD Ameritrade. Registered investment advisors also want to know what this smaller field of custodians means for their firms and the clients they serve.




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Choosing Medicare is one of the most high-stakes decisions in retirement. How advisors can make sure clients get it right

Turning 65 is a big milestone in retirement due to Medicare eligibility. But if clients don't get their enrollment decision right, they could face costly penalties or higher medical expenses. Here's what advisors need to keep in mind — and what they need to think about if they want to loop in third-party expertise.




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This is the right amount of bitcoin to keep in an investment portfolio

Cryptocurrency isn't a fad. That's according to experts at the TD Ameritrade LINC conference in Orlando, Florida. If investors want to dip a toe into bitcoin, they should aim for this allocation. They should just make sure they know the risks first.




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Financial advisors must find their 'niche' to survive over next 5 to 10 years

Developing a niche, like working with millennial clients or widows, will become more imperative if financial advisors are to compete successfully.




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This new rule could change how annuities are sold

When it comes to protecting consumers' money, many in the financial industry are in one of two camps: those in favor of a 'fiduciary rule' or those who back a 'best interest' regulation. Now, some states are poised to wade into the fight by adopting a best interest standard for annuities sales.




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It may get harder for consumers to tell how some financial advisors get paid

The CFP Board, which oversees standards for 86,000 certified financial planners in the U.S., removed the ability for consumers to search for an advisor based on how they're paid.




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Op-Ed: Financial advisors help clients navigate through uncertainty

The best financial advisors will choose to stay connected with their clients throughout the coronavirus crisis and be creative in evolving their services on a human level. Keep adding to your market volatility playbook — this isn't the first time we've encountered turbulence in the markets, and it won't be the last.




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Eight out of 10 financial advisors see markets diving lower, survey finds

Eighty-one percent of financial advisors say markets haven't hit bottom yet amid the coronavirus pandemic, according to a survey by Ned Davis Research. Two members of CNBC's Financial Advisor Council say whatever the future holds, they're telling clients to stay the course.




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Here's what advisors are doing to help clients — and themselves — amid coronavirus volatility

As markets careeen amid coronavirus-fueled economic volatility, financial advisors are at the eye of the storm. We asked five members of the CNBC Financial Advisor Council what they're telling clients, whether they're helping them reallocate and how the downturn is impacting their own fortunes.




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These financial advisors applied for the PPP loan. They share some lessons learned

Three financial advisors share how they have helped clients apply for emergency funding through the Paycheck Protection Program, and sought aid for their practices.




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Op-Ed: Here's a game plan to help create retirement security for millions of Americans

As Congress considers ideas in the coming weeks seeking to help America recover from the Covid-19 pandemic, the Insured Retirement Institute has proposed a five-point plan to help American retirement savers enhance their ability to save for retirement today and ways to strengthen their financial security for tomorrow.




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Op-Ed: It's not time to panic, it's time to plan your finances during coronavirus pandemic

Proactive planning can aid you in achieving short- and long-term financial needs and goals, especially in times of hardship like the current coronavirus pandemic.




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Chegg CEO on Q1 results, future of higher education post-pandemic

Chegg CEO Dan Rosensweig discussed subscriber growth the education technology provider saw amid a coronavirus pandemic.




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Watch CNBC's full interview with Kroger CEO Rodney McMullen on food supply amid coronavirus pandemic

Kroger chairman and CEO Rodney McCullen joins "Squawk on the Street" to discuss reopening the economy, keeping store shelves stocked and more.




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General Motors CFO on Q1 earnings, coronavirus impact, demand and more

Dhivya Suryadevara, General Motors CFO, joins "Squawk Box" to discuss the company's first-quarter earnings results, closing of the North American plants, auto demand, the path forward and more.




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Barrick Gold CEO Mark Bristow on gold demand amid coronavirus pandemic

Mark Bristow, CEO of Barrick Gold, joins "Squawk Box" to discuss reopening the U.S. economy, demand for gold during the coronavirus pandemic and what the "new normal" may look like after the crisis ends.




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SAP CEO on the company's new contact tracing app in Germany

SAP and Deutsche Telekom are working on a contact tracing app to track infections in Germany. Christian Klein, SAP CEO, joins 'Closing Bell' to discuss the app, privacy concerns, the change in the company's executive leadership and the plan for recovery.




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Beyond Meat CEO reacts to beef and pork shortages, talks 'real opportunity' this summer

Beyond Meat CEO Ethan Brown said the meat industry is "reaching a tipping point" and the plant-based meat producer sees a chance to win over new consumers.




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Mattel CEO on Q1 results, holiday season forecast and 'Thank You Heroes' initiative

Mattel CEO Ynon Kreiz told "Mad Money" host Jim Cramer he expects a "good holiday season" if the retail environement returns to normal.




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Waste Management CEO talks Q1 beat, trash collection during coronavirus

Waste Management CEO Jim Fish made an appearance on CNBC's "Mad Money" to discuss the trash collector company's three-month performance and what's ahead.




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Hilton CEO on navigating coronavirus pandemic as crisis hits hotel industry

Chris Nassetta, president and CEO of Hilton, joins "Squawk Box" to discuss company earnings, navigating the coronavirus crisis and more.




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FLIR Systems CEO Jim Cannon on providing thermal scanners for GM factories

Jim Cannon, CEO of FLIR Systems, joins "Squawk Alley" to discuss demand for its thermal camera technology to scan for potential coronavirus infections in workers.




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IAC CEO Joey Levin on the company's earnings and outlook

Joey Levin, CEO of IAC, joins "Squawk Alley" to discuss the company's earnings amid the coronavirus pandemic.




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PayPal CEO on earnings, online spending trends during pandemic and more

PayPal reported a record amount of new active accounts added to its platform in April, but it saw a drop in quarterly profit as the Covid-19 pandemic weighs on consumer spending. PayPal President and CEO Dan Schulman, joins "Squawk Box" to discuss.




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Twilio CEO on why the company suspended earnings guidance

Jeff Lawson, Twilio CEO, joins 'Closing Bell' to discuss the surge in demand for the product amid Covid-19, earnings, and the company's assistance to telehealth initatives.




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Norwegian Cruise Line CEO talks cruise bookings, raising $2 billion to avoid bankruptcy

Norwegian Cruise Line CEO Frank Del Rio said the troubled company has raised enough liquidity to get through potential 18 months of zero revenues.




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Co-CEO of footwear company Allbirds on decision to return PPP loan

Footwear company Allbirds announced this week it has returned its Paycheck Protection Program small business loan. Joey Zwillinger, Allbirds co-founder and co-CEO, joins "Squawk Box" to discuss.




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Uber CEO: Our drivers and couriers should get health care and earnings protection based on hours worked

Uber CEO Dara Khosrowshahi tells "Squawk Box" that the company is a proponent of a model in which drivers and couriers have minimum earning and health care protections based on the hours worked.